What To Do When A Skincare Routine Just Doesn’t Cut It
A skincare routine is something every person should follow – it ensures your skin stays hydrated and glowing. Your eyes will look youthful and rested, and it makes sure you really get to know your body. However, for some of us, a skincare routine just doesn’t cut it. No matter what we try, it’s just too hard to reduce the appearance of those wrinkles or dark spots. The oily skin on your forehead, or the dry skin around your eyes and lips, really stresses you out. But what can you do? You’ve tried everything, right? Well, there’s a good chance…
Skincare Solutions With A Beautiful + Easy Regime
Skincare solutions pop up all the time as fashionistas and beauty addicts seek better and easier ways to have their skin look its best. All you need are some simple tips and modern ways to keep your skin looking younger for longer. Sun damage, pollution, and the passing of time all have an impact on our skin and the way it looks. Luckily, there are plenty of things that we can do to combat these issues. Read on to find out the latest skincare solutions. Take care of your skin There are so many things that you can do to…
Skincare Mistakes That Could Be Ruining Your Complexion
Skincare mistakes help contribute to the multi-billion dollar skincare and makeup industry. Millions of dollars. That’s what us ladies, and increasingly men too, spend on skincare products in just a single year. After all, we want our complexions to be radiant, healthy, and as young looking as possible. However, our skincare mistakes dig deep into OUR pockets and keep the profits rolling into the bank accounts of suppliers. So, it’s counterproductive to invest in such high-quality treatments when we aren’t doing basic skincare, including avoiding common mistakes. Keep reading to find out what they are. Skincare Mistakes #1 : Too…
Stay Looking Younger for Longer With Easy Tips
If you would like to look after your complexion and stay looking younger for longer, you will have to make sure that you are living a healthy lifestyle and avoid stress. One of the main reasons why people age early is emotional or physical stress. So to stay looking younger for longer can be a challenge. So create a routine that will help you maintain the flexibility of your skin, especially on your face where it is the most visible. You don’t need an invasive treatment, just a simple routine to stay on top of your natural beauty. Stay Looking…
Avoid Post-Party Blues And Wake Up Fresh As A Daisy
Avoid post-party blues with top beauty tips to have you looking as fresh as a daisy, even if you don’t feel it. Whether you’ve been at your best friend’s wedding for the weekend, or you’ve had a late night out with your co-workers; avoid post-party blues by waking up and looking fresh the next day. Whatever you might have over-indulged in will have an effect on how your body feels and functions, and also on the appearance of your skin. However, don’t worry; there are always some little things you can do that can help you feel like a gorgeous…
Turn Back The Clock With These Ingenious Anti-Aging Tips
Everyone says that there are only two certainties in life: taxes and death. But, the way I see it, there is also another certainty that everyone fails to mention. And that is the fact that we will all age! Not all of us are happy about the aging process, even though it is something that we are unable to escape. But, thankfully, we don’t have to give up and become wizened old women. There is plenty that you can do to try and turn back the clocks and retain some of your youthful good looks. Interested in what you can…
New Beauty Products Reviewed
New beauty products are always great to try. So when I review new beauty products, I use them for several weeks, even months, before I write about the results. Lately, I have the pleasure of trialling several brands including Jane Iredale (makeup), Alpha Keri (skincare), Matrix Biolage new ‘Sugar Shine’ treatments (haircare), Lano (cleansing), and also YSL ‘Mon Paris’ (perfume). This collection covers many of the important Spring makeup and skincare must-haves. To READ MORE please click the link.
Dry Skin Nourishment : Beyond The Soap Dish
Dry skin is a nuisance. It can itch, flake, and even split. When you’re in a hurry in the shower, it’s tempting to just grab your soap bar and get on with it. But chances are it’s your soap that’s causing or exacerbating your dryness. For SOLUTIONS please click the title.
Olive Skincare : Are Olives Just for Eating?
Olive oil is well-known for it’s health benefits in cooking, salads and Mediterranean lifestyles. But would you put olive oil on your skin? I tried Olive skincare… with surprising results. To READ MORE please click the title.
Luxurious Raw Botanicals from Babs Bodycare
Babs Bodycare is a luxurious new Australian range so I was keen to try a couple of their face and body oils. I tried my first face oil years ago – it was Clarins Blue Orchid Oil – and I LOVED it. But I had no benchmark back then, and I probably used too much. So have they changed much? It’s not much fun waking up with greasy skin which may be why many Australian women have opted for oil-free skincare. Despite my virginal foray into face oil back in the day, face and body oils have been around for…
Côte Noire : Your French Style Home
Create your own French style home with the gorgeous new Côte Noire collection which beautifully combines the best of stylish Paris and the exotique Black Coast. Côte Noire has created a luscious collection of lavish products from hand & body creams, candles, vegetable soaps and more. You’ll have a French style home that’s more French than France. Côte Noire has artfully recycled materials including glass, cardboard and foam to create fresh and beautiful packaging for their products, not to mention their use of renewable ingredients whenever possible. Luxurious bath bon bons have been hand-made using only natural ingredients. Candles, diffusers…
Divine New Skincare Products
Every girl loves skincare so here are some of my favorite divine new skincare products that are perfect for gifts. PLUS, something very special for the boys, new grooming products my partner has been trialing; and he’s loving them. Listen to what Tamara Shaw from Shaw Beauty has to say about taking care of your skin, beauty routines and choosing a great day spa. I interviewed Tamara on my 88.9FM Fashion + Home radio show. Then check out my top recommendations for divine skincare products; gifts for you or someone else. https://soundcloud.com/user-560907416/beauty-tips-treatments Bör Organics Nicole Richardson is the Australian entrepreneur…
Beautiful New Sugar Scrub from Soda and Co
Regular listeners to my Fashion + Home radio show on 88.9FM will know how much I love a little EXFOLIATION. Well, I have been using the new Sugar Scrub range from Soda & Co and it’s DIVINE. You may notice that after being cooped up in winter clothes for months on end, especially here in the Adelaide Hills, your skin will need some new season rejuvenation. Maybe you have noticed little bumps or pimples on your skin, especially around the thighs and upper arms. I had a big night out on Saturday so during my prep I hopped in the…
Elemis Skin Care 35% Savings
Until July 12th, you can save 35% on Elemis luxury British skincare at Alive Skin + Hair. Loved by women who take care of their skin, including Victoria Beckham, this is a GREAT offer for a limited time. Stock up on winter-friendly moisturiser, an exfoliate (a must-have in any bathroom cupboard) or treat yourself to something luxurious given the Elemis Skin Care 35% Savings.
Hi, I’m Penelope Herbert, Interior Designer and Blogger. Welcome to Don’t Call Me Penny.
